What is another word for wireworm?
Pronunciation: [wˈa͡ɪ͡əwɜːm] (IPA) 
Wireworm is a common name for various species of click beetle larvae that feed on plant roots and stems. There are numerous synonyms for the word wireworm, depending on the region and species. Some of the common synonyms include click beetle larvae, elaters, elatorids, snap beetles, skipjacks, wire-worms, corn rootworms, wheat weevils, and false wireworms. These synonyms are often interchanged with wireworm as different species may prefer different host plants. Wireworms can be a significant agricultural pest as they can damage the crops and hinder plant growth. Controlling wireworm infestation is often done through crop rotation, using natural predators, pesticides, or planting resistant plant varieties.
